Tejashwi Yadavs Promises to Students Criticized by Santosh Kumar Suman
Patna, July 28: Dr. Santosh Kumar Suman, the national president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha and Bihars Minister for Minor Water Resources, has criticized Tejashwi Yadav, a leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He claims that Yadavs promises of government jobs and pensions to students involved in the NEET movement are merely political tactics. ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs Promises to Students Criticized by Santosh Kumar Suman
ITC Hotels signs Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Rajgir; strengthens presence in Bihar
Political Tensions Rise in Bankipur By-Election as Nitish Kumars Video Sparks Controversy
Patna, July 28: Political tensions have escalated on the final day of campaigning for the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar. Former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is at the center of controversy following the release of a video, which Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj and candidate for the by-election, claims was fabricated using artificial ... Read more Political Tensions Rise in Bankipur By-Election as Nitish Kumars Video Sparks Controversy
Why are women in Bihar reaching menopause in their thirties?
Early evidence points towards the poor quality of reproductive surgical care provided to women from socio-economically disadvantaged groups, in addition to surgical options such as hysterectomies being incentivised under State insurance schemes over more conservative treatment options
PM Modi cancelled Bihar tour realising BJP will lose Bankipur bypoll: Tejashwi
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed, Growing unpopularity in the wake of brutal repression of protestors has led the Bihar government to order withdrawal of cases against the demonstrators and the release of those arrested in this connection.
AISA alleges crackdown on student protesters, seeks release of detained activists
CPI(ML) Liberation MLA Sandeep Saurav and several AISA activists remain behind bars for participating in protests against alleged paper leaks, especially student and youth activists in Bihar, says AISA national president Neha
Husband, wife must share home, child's education cost; equality can't be claimed selectively: HC
Mumbai, Jul 28: Equality cannot be claimed selectively, and both earning partners must contribute to household and childs education expenses to maintain a lifestyle, the Bombay High Court has said while granting relief to a man seeking reduction in monthly maintenance for his estranged wife and minor son. A single bench of Justice M M Sathaye, in the order passed last week, set aside the January 2025 order of a family court directing the man to pay Rs 50,000 monthly maintenance to his estranged wife and son, and reduced the amount to Rs 25,000. It noted that the man was paying EMIs towards two houses - one in Mumbai's Andheri area where his wife and son are staying and the other at Panvel in Navi Mumbai, while he himself lived in Bihar. The wife was not contributing anything towards the EMIs, the court noted in the order, a copy of which was made available on Tuesday. The man had, in his plea, urged the HC to reduce the monthly maintenance he has to pay his wife and son from Rs 50,000 to Rs 25,000. He had requested his wife to either live with him in Bihar or at least shift to the Panvel house so he could sell the Andheri home to reduce his financial burdens. The wife, however, refused. The court said no fault can be found with the man's requests. In a matrimonial dispute, if the wife expects the luxury of staying at a premium location like Andheri without paying EMI or contributing to it from her own pocket, then it cannot be expected from the husband, who is already paying the entire EMI, not to plead the same as a reason to seek reduction in the maintenance amount, the bench said. Equality cannot be claimed selectively and certainly not when both parties are earning. If lifestyle is to be maintained, then both parties must contribute, the court observed. When both husband and wife are earning and want their child to get the best education, then both are expected to contribute towards the expenses, it added. The man said he had lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic, and was now working at a much lower salary and was under financial pressure. The court noted that the COVID-19 pandemic affected several people's professional careers and also businesses, and hence there was an explanation for the reduction in the man's earnings.
Bihar cop suspended after firing an AK-47 during student protest
Bihar Government Withdraws Cases Against NEET Protesters Amid Political Tensions
Patna, July 28: The Bihar government has decided to withdraw cases against students involved in protests related to the NEET paper leak incident. This decision has sparked a political clash, with the opposition claiming that their pressure led to the governments action. However, NDA leaders have outrightly dismissed these claims. Bihar government minister Dilip Jaiswal ... Read more Bihar Government Withdraws Cases Against NEET Protesters Amid Political Tensions
Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident in Rekha Guptas Victory
Patna, July 28: Ahead of the Bihar Bankipur Assembly by-election, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has mobilized its full strength. Tejashwi Yadav, the partys national executive president and leader of the opposition in the Bihar Assembly, asserted that there is a growing anti-BJP sentiment in Bankipur, with increasing public support for their candidate, Rekha Gupta. ... Read more Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident in Rekha Guptas Victory
Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident of RJD Candidates Victory
Patna, July 28: In the lead-up to the Bankipur assembly by-election, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has intensified its campaign efforts. Tejashwi Yadav, the national executive president of RJD and the leader of the opposition in the Bihar assembly, asserted that there is a growing anti-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) sentiment in Bankipur, with increasing public ... Read more Tejashwi Claims Anti-BJP Sentiment in Bankipur, Confident of RJD Candidates Victory
Congress Leaders Demand Accountability from Government Over Student Protests
New Delhi, July 28: Congress leaders have sharply criticized the central government regarding the operations of the National Testing Agency (NTA), the future of students, the paper leak controversy, and the alleged use of an AK-47 during student protests in Bihar. They claim the government is neglecting the interests of students and failing to address ... Read more Congress Leaders Demand Accountability from Government Over Student Protests
Supreme Court Issues Notice to Seven States Over NEET Protest Violence
New Delhi, July 28: The Supreme Court conducted a significant hearing on Tuesday regarding the protests against irregularities in the NEET-UG examination and the subsequent police actions. The bench, led by Chief Justice Suryakant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohan, issued notices to the governments of Delhi, Bihar, Maharashtra, Assam, West Bengal, Uttar ... Read more Supreme Court Issues Notice to Seven States Over NEET Protest Violence
NDA Leaders Criticize Tejashwi Yadav as a Part-Time Politician
New Delhi, July 28: Bihar government minister Ramkripal Yadav raised concerns on Tuesday regarding RJD leader and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadavs prolonged absence from state politics. He stated that Tejashwis recent appearance in the Bankipur election campaign would have little impact. Discussing Tejashwis scheduled roadshow, Ramkripal Yadav remarked, I just learned about it yesterday. I ... Read more NDA Leaders Criticize Tejashwi Yadav as a Part-Time Politician
Tejashwi Yadav warns of Bihar-wide protest over student arrests
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has demanded the withdrawal of cases against students arrested during protests over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak in Bihar. Accusing the NDA government of suppressing dissent, he warned of a statewide agitation if the students are not released and action is not taken over the police firing incident.
Bihar govt. withdraws cases against NEET protesters after massive backlash
In a major development, the Bihar government has announced that it will withdraw all cases filed against protesters involved in demonstrations linked to the NEET paper leak issue and the July 25 Bihar Bandh.
Arvind Kejriwal hits out at BJP over 'use of AK-47' on student protesters in Bihar
Arvind Kejriwal criticised the BJP over an AK-47 allegedly used at a Bihar student protest. A video showed a constable firing an AK-47 during the protest on July 25. The constable was suspended on Monday after the video went viral on social media. Kejriwal questioned if students should be treated like terrorists by the ruling party. He reminded them of the 'Vacate the throne' slogan from Bihar's history.
Government Assures No Action Against Protesters in Bihar, Assam, and Rajasthan
New Delhi, July 28: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) has announced that no legal action will be taken against any protesters. The party claims that government representatives have reiterated their commitment to withdraw cases filed against protesters, release those detained, and ensure the safety of protesters from the central and BJP/NDA-ruled states through formal notifications. ... Read more Government Assures No Action Against Protesters in Bihar, Assam, and Rajasthan
Bihar govt towithdraw cases against NEET paper leak protesters
Patna: The Bihar government announced on Monday, July 27, that it will withdraw all cases lodged against protesters over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak and release those jailed under various charges. A statement to this effect was issued late in the evening by the states Home Department, which said that no Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Government representatives met with CJP and shared draft notifications. Bihar and Assam governments will withdraw FIRs and release arrested protesters. Future legal action against demonstrators will also be prevented. Union government and other BJP/NDA states will release similar notifications soon. Protesters will not be left alone as all are in this together.
Assam and Bihar Governments Withdraw Cases Against NEET-UG Protesters
Patna, July 28: In response to nationwide protests regarding irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, the governments of Assam and Bihar have announced that they will withdraw cases against protesters and release those who were arrested. An official press release from Assams Home and Political Department stated that by 6 PM on July 26, five cases ... Read more Assam and Bihar Governments Withdraw Cases Against NEET-UG Protesters
Bihar Protests Lead to 694 Arrests and Injuries Among Police Officers
Patna, July 28: The Bihar Police Headquarters released detailed information on Monday regarding the law and order situation that arose during protests, rallies, and marches organized by various student organizations and political parties on July 25. According to the police, a total of 694 individuals were detained during the statewide movement, including a significant number ... Read more Bihar Protests Lead to 694 Arrests and Injuries Among Police Officers
Bihar constable suspended after video shows him using AK-47 during protest
The Congress slammed the BJP over the alleged incident, with Rahul Gandhi demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modis apology and action against those who attacked the students
Sat Sharma urges Nitin Gadkari for major road infra push in J&K
J&K Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma on Monday called on Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi and highlighted the disruption of highways due to landslides and adverse weather especially in the rainy season. Seeking additional measures to address the landslides issues in the rainy season, Sat Sharma requested the Union Minister to encourage the use of advanced engineering solutions and modern technologies to make roads more resilient. He stressed the need for scientific slope stabilisation, modern monitoring systems and other innovative interventions to minimise road closures and ensure safer travel. During the meeting, Sat Sharma raised several important issues concerning J&Ks road network with the objective of securing faster infrastructure development and addressing critical connectivity challenges faced by the people. He apprised the Union Minister of the need to further strengthen road infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir in view of its strategic importance, difficult terrain, growing tourism potential and the aspirations of the people. He stressed that improved connectivity was the backbone of economic growth, tourism, trade, healthcare, education and national security and urged the Ministry to continue prioritising infrastructure development in the Union Territory. While thanking the Minister for the major road infrastructure push in J&K, ensuring 12-month all-weather connectivity between the major regions of Jammu and Kashmir and with the Union Territory of Ladakh, Sharma particularly emphasised the need to take additional measures to address the landslides issues in the rainy season. Sharma said uninterrupted road access would greatly benefit people living in remote and border areas while facilitating smoother movement of goods, tourists and essential services throughout the year. The BJP leader also sought the time-bound completion of ongoing National Highway projects, tunnels, elevated road corridors and flyovers at crucial locations to improve traffic flow, reduce travel time, and enhance commuter safety. He said timely completion of these projects would further accelerate economic activity and open new avenues for investment, employment, and tourism across Jammu and Kashmir. Sat Sharma said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed unprecedented progress in road connectivity, with several long-pending highway, bridge and tunnel projects being executed at a record pace. He added that this transformative vision had its roots in the developmental approach of former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which was now being carried forward with renewed commitment. The Union Minister gave a patient hearing to the issues raised by Sat Sharma and assured him that the Ministry would continue to extend all possible support for strengthening road infrastructure and connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir.
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The Art and Practice of Funeral Diplomacy
The state funeral of the supreme spiritual leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been recorded as one of the largest funeral events in recent history. It was notable for its massive scale and political messaging. The Western media were granted rare access to project an image of an indomitable, united regime despite recent military and leadership setbacks. The funeral has prompted theorists to re-examine the potential of funeral diplomacy for peace in the international system. Pertinently, the nature of diplomacy is changing from secretive to public, and diplomats are negotiating complex borderless issues. South Asia has, on different occasions, found in funeral diplomacy a potential source of stability for inter-state relations. DIPLOMACY Diplomacy, according to Sir Ernest Satow, is the application of intelligence and tact to the conduct of official relations between the governments of independent states by peaceful means. It was British ambassador Sir Henry Wotton who humorously remarked that an ambassador is an honest man who is sent to lie abroad for the good of his country. King James 1st (obviously taking this remark seriously) expressed shock at his envoys comment, sacked him, and never employed him again. Diplomacy, as an art and practice, was much time secretive, invisible, and largely elitist. It had no public dimension, and as a profession, it had seen little expansion due to the complex nature of inter-state relations. The rigid and archaic notions of sovereignty acted as real internal pressures on its workings. The nation-state model after the decolonization became the template for conducting inter-state relations among sovereign states. The emergence of public diplomacy saw a rise in various forms of diplomacy, mostly coined by the media resulting in democratising the domain of diplomacy. In April 2005, then Pakistan President General Musharraf arrived in New Delhi to strengthen ties with the new government and for a spot of cricket diplomacy. The visit coincided with a one-day international cricket match between India and Pakistan, parts of which Musharraf watched alongside Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Prime Minister Modi is also known for his Jhappi Pappi (hug and kiss) diplomacy, which has, on occasions, been severely criticized by the political opposition. Manmohan Singh once angrily observed that diplomacy is not all about hugging foreign leaders. Mr. Modis impromptu stopover in Lahore in December 2015, on his way back from Kabul, added more flavour when certain sections of the media coined the term pappi-jhappi / assi-tussi diplomacy. India and Pakistan musical diplomacy also played a role in transforming atmospherics of bilateral relationship. Ajay Bisaria, who was the Indian High Commissioner in Pakistan before 2019, observed: Pakistani music always touched special chords with the audiences at India House in Islamabad, because it was essentially subcontinental music. I would invariably introduce the artist, mentioning that while the relationship did not permit the exchange of cultural troupes, we did inhabit the same cultural space and could enjoy the same music. FUNERAL DIPLOMACY Funeral diplomacy between nations has added unique layer to the art and practice of diplomacy. Funeral diplomacy has attracted the attention of scholars and practitioners of international relations. What is funeral diplomacy, and how has it been employed over the decades is an issue being discussed in many forums. Funeral diplomacy is the practice of world leaders employing state funerals as a venue to conduct international relations. Diplomats view funerals as a highly calculated instrument of soft power and protocol. For them, state funerals are strategic forums to project geopolitical relevance, gauge rivalries, and hold informal negotiations that would otherwise not be possible through rigid diplomatic channels. Many scholars view it as brush-by diplomacy a way to deliberate on pressing matters and find common ground in times of mourning. There is no formal or structured agenda for such occasions, but they enable international actors to hold impromptu side conversations. Attendance, absence, and the level of delegations send powerful messages about a countrys alliances and foreign policy standing. British Prime Minister Harold Wilson coined the term working funeral at the 1965 funeral of Winston Churchill. Many international relations experts opine that state funerals are the densest concentration of diplomatic activity outside the UN General Assembly. The state funeral of the Iranian supreme leader became a global event due to the war and the targeted killing of the leader and his close family members. According to some media reports, the USA pressured at least 13 countries, including two Gulf states, to scale back or cancel their participation in the funeral. The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, personally contacted at least five Arab governments, urging them not to attend the event. However, it should be emphasized that the USA has utilized the funerals of its own leaders at different times to reach out to both adversaries and allies. Following the assassination of John F. Kennedy, leaders from almost 90 countries attended his state funeral. The televised display of grief served as a moment to unify a polarized world during the Cold War. The Indian delegation to Iran was led by Bihar Governor General Attah Hasnain, while a non-official delegation comprising religious and opposition leaders was also present to achieve a geopolitical balancing act. The Bangladesh delegation was led by the Speaker of the Jatiya Sansad. This delegation met with Mr. Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, and invited him to Bangladesh. It was also emphasized that Hormuz remains a key gateway for Dhakas energy imports from the region. Notably, India sent a high-level delegation led by Foreign Minister Jaishankar to Bangladesh when Begum Khaleda Zia ( mother of PM Tariq Rehman) passed away. FUNERAL DIPLOMACY IN INDIA AND PAKISTAN The deaths of leaders have often brought the neighbouring countries together through funeral diplomacy, even amidst suspicions of convenient or insincere grief, as noted by Ajay Bisaria. A high-level delegation from Pakistan participated in the 1964 state funeral of Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. The then Pakistani Foreign Minister Z. A. Bhutto led the delegation, and Pakistan temporarily opened its airspacewhich had been closed since the 1962 Sino-India warto allow foreign flights carrying delegates and journalists to reach Delhi for the funeral. Pakistan observed official mourning, with national flags flown at half-mast on all public buildings. In Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, shopkeepers displayed signs of mourning at the loss of the Indian leader. In 1984, when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was killed by her bodyguards, General Zia personally led the Pakistani delegation to participate in the state funeral. For Pakistan, the most important meeting General Zia had was with Rajiv Gandhi. The two leaders met privately for nearly an hour while their delegations waited in an anteroom. According to various sources, the two sides favoured progress in their bilateral relationship. In August 1988, when President of Pakistan General Zia died in an air crash, the then Indian Ambassador to Pakistan, S. K. Singh, began planning for a round of funeral diplomacy in Islamabad. A high-level Indian delegation consisting of forty members, led by President Shri R. Venkataraman, visited Pakistan. Within three days of the crash, a high-profile funeral was held in Islamabad, attended by several heads of state. The late K. Natwar Singh, who was part of the Indian delegation, recalled in his book One Life is Not Enough: the crowd was enormous, but the coffin was almost empty; it contained only Zias spectacles, jawbone, and false teeth. There have been many other occasions when state and non-official funerals provided opportunities for leaders and diplomats to reach out and solidify relationships and mutual understanding. CONCLUSION In conclusion, it needs to be emphasised that funeral diplomacy by its very nature is occasional and ad hoc; it cannot substitute for formal diplomatic structures through which states conduct their relations. During our student days, Politics Among Nations by Hans Morgenthau was essential an reading. The prominent US political scientist wrote that diplomacy is the brain of national power, and statecraft must harmonize national interests with available power, prioritizing pragmatic compromise, calculating adversary intentions, and avoiding ideological crusades over legalistic moralism. His theory of diplomacy holds relevance for our times as well. Prof Gull Wani is Kashmir based Political Scientist.
After Bihar, Assam Drops Cases, Assures No Action Against CJP Protesters
The Assam government on Monday announced that it will withdraw cases and other legal proceedings initiated against people who participated in protests over the alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities.
The statement made it clear that the legal process for withdrawal of all FIRs, criminal complaints and show-cause notices against individuals who took part in the protests will be initiated immediately
Rising Ganga breaches embankment in Naugachia, repair work underway
Former RJD MP, others join BJP
PhDs, NET holders from several states turn up for temporary teaching posts in Bihar
Roadshows dominate in final leg of campaign
Release innocent students arrested during Bihar protest, urge kin
Police booked 144 students and 5,000 unidentified persons in Patna; police said 694 individuals were detained among whom 339 minors and students were released; 91 police officers were injured
Patna HC sentences 83-yr-old to 7 years RI in shooting case
Student protest casts shadow over high-stakes bypoll as BJP, PK and RJD battle it out
694 detained, 355 sent to jail; 174 govt officials injured across state during protest: Police
Siwan SPs bodyguard suspended over AK-47 firing
Govt to withdraw FIRs, release all detained NEET protestors
Patna reports 63 dengue cases so far this year
Will Gen Z Protest Impact Bihar's Bankipur Bypolls? BJP Chief's Response
Bankipur has been Nitin Nabin's stronghold. He vacated the seat to move to national politics and the Rajya Sabha.
PM Modi lauds Sitamarhi plastic recycling model in Mann Ki Baat
In the 136th episode of Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister spotlighted a Bihar district where 40 kg of single-use plastic goes into every public bench
The cockroaches and the faces behind Indias exam protest movement
Bihar's government will withdraw legal actions against NEET-UG protestors. This decision follows the Cockroach Janta Party's call to end demonstrations. Abhijeet Dipke and Sonam Wangchuk were key figures in the movement. The CJP transformed from an online identity into a nationwide campaign. Their efforts focused on examination reforms and accountability in systems.
CM: Govt equipping dairy farmers to meet 1-cr-litre daily milk target
Mahavir Mandir, Virat Ramayan temple gear up for Shrawan
CJP warns of fresh protests over Centres promise breach
CJP demands written agreement from Centre amid crackdown on protesters and volunteers across States; Bihar government announces withdrawal of all FIRs against protesters, but no word from BJP-ruled West Bengal
Barbaric: Opposition condemns AK-47 firing at Siwan protest
Action has been taken against police personnel seen firing an AK-47 during a student protest in Bihars Siwan, with the officers involved now suspended pending an inquiry.
Examining the roadblocks to Bihars development trajectory
A look at what has hindered Bihars socio-economic progress despite a politics centred on social justice. The gap between political empowerment and ground-level stagnation calls for changes aimed at bringing about overall development in the region
Bihar Government Offers Relief to Protesting Students
Patna, July 27: In a significant move amidst ongoing protests regarding alleged irregularities in NEET examinations, the Bihar government has announced relief for the students and demonstrators involved in the agitation. A statement from the Home Department released on Monday evening indicated that the government has provided several important assurances in light of demands for ... Read more Bihar Government Offers Relief to Protesting Students
Biker dies after motorcycle hits nilgai in Buxar
Muzaffarpur police arrest 3 for extortion threats in Bishnoi gangs name
Man slits father-in-laws throat over vidaai dispute in Samastipur
Vasudeo, Rinkle earn Australia training opportunity
Youngsters Continue Bihars Pace Boom With Selection Under MRF Pace Foundation Programme
Court reserves order on bail plea of Tej Pratap
Representing protesters, two drunk lawyers arrested from CJM court
Bihar NEET protest: Tej Pratap seeks bail; argues arrest made before FIR
Janshakti Janta Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav sought bail after his arrest. Police arrested him for supporting violent protests against the NEET exam leak. His lawyer argued police failed to follow due legal procedures. Yadav's bail plea also cited his existing health conditions. He was lodged in Beur central jail following his remand.
Siwan SPs bodyguard suspended after video of firing from AK-47 goes viral during Bihar bandh
CJP threatens to 'sit on protest again'; warns govt over alleged police action against protestors
The Cockroach Janta Party has warned of renewed agitation if police action against student protestors is not halted. They allege authorities violated an agreement reached after previous nationwide protests concluded. Hundreds of students have reportedly been arrested in Bihar and West Bengal. Several others face surveillance and harassment in Delhi and other states. Volunteers supporting protestors in the capital are also allegedly being detained.
Pankaj Tripathi to Be Honoured With IFFM's Artist of Distinction Award
Coming from a small village in Bihar, I never imagined that the stories I would become a part of would one day travel across the world and be celebrated in this manner, he added.
AK-47 used during Siwan protest? Bihar cop suspended; Tejashwi shares video, demands probe
Bihar: Policeman fired for using AK-47 during protest
A day after CJP called off its mass protest, it issued a statement seeking guarantees from the government against reprisals.
How an AK-47-wielding cop became the latest flashpoint in Bihar politics amid NEET protests
A police constable in Siwan allegedly used an AK-47 during a student protest on July 25. This incident has escalated political tensions surrounding the NEET paper leak controversy. Opposition leaders are demanding a judicial inquiry into the alleged firing. Police have suspended the constable and initiated departmental proceedings against him. The controversy adds another layer to ongoing protests and detentions.
CJP flags detentions, asks Centre to honour assurance
New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Monday, July 27, expressed concern over reports that students and other protesters were being detained or arrested in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar despite Centres assurance that no punitive action would be taken against those who participated in the recent nationwide agitation. The statement, shared on X Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CJP flags arrests of protesters in Assam, Bengal, Bihar; seeks withdrawal of FIRs
The Cockroach Janta Party voiced concern over recent detentions of protesters. This action contradicts the central government's earlier assurances of no punitive measures. The party's legal team is now assisting those who have been detained. They urge ministers Nadda and Singh to honor the government's promise. Further steps will be taken if the assurances are not upheld.
Policeman suspended for firing AK-47 at student protesters in Bihar
The AK-47 was used by the constable wrongly. It cannot be justified in any way, Nilesh Kumar, deputy inspector general of police said on the cops suspension.
Bihar cop suspended over AK-47 use during student protest
Patna: A police constable was suspended after a purported video showing him using an AK-47 rifle during a student protest in Bihars Siwan district on July 25 went viral on social media, officials said on Monday. PTI could not independently verify the authenticity of the video. Siwan SP Puran Kumar Jha told PTI, The constable, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Student movements have repeatedly shaped Indias political and educational landscape, often extending their influence far beyond university campuses. This article examines five landmark agitationsfrom the 1965 Anti-Hindi Agitation and the 1974 Nav Nirman and Bihar movements to the Assam Agitation, Anti-Mandal protests and the 2026 Jantar Mantar education protests. Together, these movements highlight how student activism has driven debates on language, governance, reservations, examinations and democratic participation across generations.
BJP alleges Rahul trying to 'manufacture protest' with 'false' AK-47 claim
New Delhi, Jul 27: The BJP on Monday accused Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi of trying to manufacture a protest and create an atmosphere of anarchy by alleging that AK-47 rifles were used against agitating students in Bihar, and demanded that he apologise for spreading canards and falsity. The ruling party termed Gandhi's statement ot only deeply unfortunate, but a sin. The reaction came after Gandhi, in a post on X, claimed that reports suggested AK-47 rifles had been used against protesting students in Bihar and that hundreds had been arrested and booked under FIRs. He demanded action against those responsible for the alleged attack on the students. BJP national spokesperson and Rajya Sabha MP Sambit Patra said it is a matter of great shame that the Leader of the Opposition has shown a great deal of irresponsibility. While he posted on X and spoke about police using AK-47s on student protesters, it is absolutely condemnable that such falsity is spread by a person who occupies the post of Leader of the Opposition in India, Patra told reporters in the Parliament House complex. Demanding that Gandhi apologise, Patra said, They are trying to spread canards. AK-47 -- I am emphasising this word used by Rahul Gandhi. Does the police in this country ever use AK-47s to fire on protesters? Has it ever happened? How can Rahul Gandhi say that AK-47s have been used? This is totally unacceptable, and we firmly believe that Rahul Gandhi should apologise to the nation for spreading such canards and falsity. Referring to the Cockroach Janata Party calling off its protest after talks with Union ministers J P Nadda and Jitendra Singh, Patra alleged that Gandhi is now trying to create panic and an atmosphere of anarchy in the country. You all saw how the CJP itself called off the protest. Discussions took place with J P Nadda and Jitendra Singh, following which it was announced that the protest at Jantar Mantar had been concluded. By making such propaganda and spreading such misinformation, Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party want to create panic, disorder and an atmosphere of anarchy across the country. This is highly objectionable, he said. Patra appealed to people not to take Gandhi's statement seriously and instead present the truth so that anarchy is not spread in the country. I would also tell Rahul Gandhi that he should behave like a responsible Leader of the Opposition and apologise to the nation for spreading such misleading claims, he said. Naturally, solving (issues) is not the purpose of Rahul Gandhi. Trying to create furore, trying to create manufactured anger, trying to manufacture a protest, and above all trying to create anarchy, is the sole aim of Rahul Gandhi and the LOP, Patra alleged. Opposition MPs, including Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, protested in the Parliament House complex on Monday over alleged police brutality against student protesters during the agitation on the NEET paper leak issue and demanded Home Minister Amit Shah's apology.
Action taken against cops seen firing AK-47 during student protest in Bihar: Siwan SP
The cops have been suspended after the incident, said the Siwan Superintendent of Police
Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood: Abhishek and Vasudev soak in Australia's fast-bowling culture
Two young Indian pacers, Bihar's Vasudev Prasad Singh and Rajasthan's Abhishek Moond, spent two weeks training alongside Australia's Test squad in Brisbane under the MRF Pace Foundation-Cricket Australia exchange program. The experience offered priceless lessons in fast bowling, professionalism and preparation from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
Does This Video Show People Carrying a Leopard at CJP Protest in Bihar? No!
We found out that the video is unrelated and dates back to May 2026.
Bihar Cop, Seen On Camera Firing At Protesting Students With AK-47, Suspended
The statewide shutdown witnessed large-scale demonstrations by student organisations across several districts, with clashes reported between protesters and police at multiple locations.
Rahul Alleges AK-47s Used on Bihar Student Protesters, Targets Centre
Congress leader demands PM Modi apologise to students and act against those responsible for alleged attacks on NEET protesters.
System murderous against students: Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre, seeks PM Modi apology
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government over alleged AK-47 use against protesting students. He demanded Prime Minister Modi apologize and take action against attackers. Left-wing student groups demonstrated across Bihar following a statewide bandh. Police reportedly fired AK-47s at protesters during a demonstration in Siwan. Similar incidents involving student protests have occurred in other Indian states.
Cops Suspended for Firing AK-47 During Student Protest in Bihar
On Sunday, student protests in Siwan turned violent as demonstrators clashed with police personnel
Rahul Gandhi alleged the entire system is deadly against students. He cited reports of AK-47 bullets fired at students in Bihar. Gandhi questioned Prime Minister Modi's promises regarding student FIRs. He stated that pellet guns were fired at students in Delhi. The Congress leader demanded an apology and action against attackers.
Priyanka Gandhi questioned the new anti-paper leak bill's effectiveness. She cited unverified reports of FIRs against students in Bihar and Bengal. Opposition MPs protested alleged police action on student protestors outside Parliament. The government plans to introduce an amendment bill during the Monsoon Session. A task force will recommend reforms for examination transparency and credibility.
Tej Pratap Yadav sent to judicial custody over Bihar bandh
Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav was sent to judicial custody after being arrested in connection with enforcing a statewide bandh called by students' unions over the NEET paper leak. He was produced before a Patna court, which remanded him to Beur Central Jail, his lawyer said.
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